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Clifton Forge, VA Fishing Trip — March

Your Clifton Forge, VA Fishing Trip

March2 peopleFamily Trip
High 62°F / Low 37°F1.6" rain · 5 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in March

Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Spotted BassGood
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
Striped BassGood
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting

March Weather in Clifton Forge

62°F
Avg High
37°F
Avg Low
1.6"
Rainfall
5
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

20 Guides Near Clifton Forge

No guides are based in Clifton Forge, but these guides operate nearby.

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Wesley Hodges Fly Fishing - Wesley Hodges Fly Fishing
Wesley Hodges Fly Fishing

Wesley Hodges Fly Fishing

5(212)Top Rated

Have a question? Feel free to contact me today and let's chat about your dream fly fishing or bird hunting trip!

Glen Wilton, Virginia
Middle River Outfitters - Middle River Outfitters
Middle River Outfitters

Middle River Outfitters

5(138)Top Rated

Our patient, knowledgeable, and expert fly fishing guides have a combined 100 years of experience guiding throughout Virginia. Come spend a day on the water with our team of guides. The team at our outfitter is comprised of patient, hard-working professionals ready to give you the trip of a lifetime.

Staunton, Virginia
Squid hound Fishing Charters - Squid hound Fishing Charters
Squid hound Fishing Charters

Squid hound Fishing Charters

5(109)Top Rated

Squidhound Fishing Charters provide guided striper fishing trips on Smith Mountain Lake in Virginia. Email: [email protected] Phone#: 540-204-6170

Striped Bass
Hardy, Virginia
Blue Ridge Fishing Adventures - Blue Ridge Fishing Adventures
Blue Ridge Fishing Adventures

Blue Ridge Fishing Adventures

5(88)Top Rated

Virginia's Premier Fly Fishing Guide

Rockbridge Baths, Virginia
Blue Ridge Musky - Blue Ridge Musky
Blue Ridge Musky

Blue Ridge Musky

5(60)Top Rated
Eagle Rock, Virginia
Appalachian Bronzeback Adventures - Appalachian Bronzeback Adventures
Appalachian Bronzeback Adventures

Appalachian Bronzeback Adventures

5(57)Top Rated

App Bronzeback Adventures - Just another WordPress site

Eagle Rock, Virginia
Angler's Lane - Angler's Lane
Angler's Lane

Angler's Lane

4.7(75)Top Rated
Forest, Virginia
SML Wicked Striper Guide Service LLC - SML Wicked Striper Guide Service LLC
SML Wicked Striper Guide Service LLC

SML Wicked Striper Guide Service LLC

5(43)Top Rated
Moneta, Virginia
Spikes Prime Time Fishin - Spikes Prime Time Fishin
Spikes Prime Time Fishin

Spikes Prime Time Fishin

4.8(39)Top Rated
inshore
Moneta, Virginia
Hartman Guide Services - Hartman Guide Services
Hartman Guide Services

Hartman Guide Services

4.9(34)Top Rated
Hardy, Virginia
Virginia Trophy Guides - Virginia Trophy Guides
Virginia Trophy Guides

Virginia Trophy Guides

5(27)Top Rated

All of the information you need for guide trips and river reports in Central and Southwest Virginia.

Roanoke, Virginia
Last Cast Guide Service, Smith Mountain Lake - Last Cast Guide Service, Smith Mountain Lake
Last Cast Guide Service, Smith Mountain Lake

Last Cast Guide Service, Smith Mountain Lake

5(26)Top Rated

Smith mountain lake bass fishing guide to teach or book fishing trips during their visit. Provide all tackle and supplies needed. www.lastcastguideservicesml.com

Largemouth Bass
Moneta, Virginia
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$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What's Biting By Month

Peak

Largemouth Bass

freshwater
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M
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O
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Spotted Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Striped Bass

both
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Also Consider Fishing In...

Moneta7 guides · 49 miHardy4 guides · 47 miEagle Rock2 guides · 13 miLexington2 guides · 21 miPenhook2 guides · 57 miUnion Hall2 guides · 56 mi

What to Bring

Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

Virginia Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$23
Non-Resident$47
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately. Trout license additional.

Buy License Online — Virginia

Species Regulations

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Some waters have special regulations; consult the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources regulations.

Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Largemouth and spotted bass are combined for creel and length limits.

Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:18-24 inch slot limit, except in the tidal Potomac River where the slot limit is 20-26 inches

Possession of striped bass or hybrid striped bass is prohibited on Gaston Lake and its tributaries from April 1 through May 31. Check local advisories for specific water bodies.

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